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Orthodontic practices near Crookes

On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of Crookes, 21 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign Sheffield, 0.5 miles south-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield0.5 miles south-east–✓✓5.0 (264 reviews)
One Smile Dental - SheffieldSheffield0.9 miles north-east✓✓✓4.6 (61 reviews)
Charles Clifford Dental HospitalSheffield1.0 miles south-east–––4.1 (170 reviews)
ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield1.5 miles south-east––✓5.0 (213 reviews)
The Orthodontic Centre, SheffieldNether Edge1.5 miles south✓✓✓4.8 (82 reviews)
SmilelignSheffield1.5 miles east––✓4.6 (43 reviews)
ImpressSheffield1.7 miles south-east–✓✓4.1 (35 reviews)
Portman Dental & Implant ClinicSheffield1.8 miles east––✓4.8 (164 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Crookes with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Sheffield, 0.5 miles south-east; the next are Nether Edge (1.5 miles south) and Catcliffe (4.8 miles east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Sheffield100.5 miles south-east
Nether Edge11.5 miles south
Catcliffe14.8 miles east
Rotherham75.7 miles east
Dronfield16.2 miles south
Beighton17.2 miles south-east

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Crookes

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse (5.0 from 371 reviews), 6.2 miles south.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield5.0 (371 reviews)6.2 miles south
Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield5.0 (264 reviews)0.5 miles south-east
ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield5.0 (213 reviews)1.5 miles south-east
Green Square Dental and Implant CentreRotherham5.0 (207 reviews)7.3 miles east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Crookes at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaSheffield
NHS dental servicesNHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1617.3% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,431 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 29.8% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car22.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre2,876 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health19.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles11 practices, more than 77% of towns in England
Access within Sheffield11th closest to an orthodontic practice of 180 places in the county (the county median is 1.7 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.5 miles away, closer than 91% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.3% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in Sheffield
Nearest university dental hospitalCharles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 1 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsForge Valley School & Sixth Form — 0.7 miles
King Edward VII School — 1.1 miles
Tapton School & Sixth Form — 1.1 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles14 schools, about 16,568 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay26.4% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesDr Tom Lotka - Invisalign Sheffield, Sheffield — under a mile
The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield, Nether Edge — 2 miles
Space Dental, Catcliffe — 5 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles21 within 10 miles, 53 within 20 miles

Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.

Getting orthodontic treatment from Crookes

The nearest practice to Crookes is Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign Sheffield, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 21 practices, and within 20 there are 53.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign Sheffield (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; One Smile Dental - Sheffield (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Crookes list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Crookes are commissioned by NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is One Smile Dental - Sheffield, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 1 mile away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Crookes

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Orthodontic treatment options in Crookes

Orthodontist in Crookes: This page was put together for people in Crookes who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Sheffield, not just Crookes.

Keep exploring nearby

You can continue browsing related location pages including Birkendale, Boulder Hill, Howard Hill, Malinbridge, Steel Bank, and Walkley if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.

What we know about practices near Crookes

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Crookes itself. The nearest we do hold are Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign Sheffield, under a mile away; The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield in Nether Edge, about 2 miles away; and Space Dental in Catcliffe, about 5 miles away.

What official data says about Crookes

Crookes's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Crookes falls under NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Crookes's under-16 share sits at 17.3%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,431 residents in the neighbourhood around Crookes, 6.3% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7% average across Sheffield. Crookes has 11 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 77% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 26.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Crookes are Forge Valley School & Sixth Form (0.7 miles) and King Edward VII School (1.1 miles). 14 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Crookes is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Crookes is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 1 mile away.

Facts about Crookes

Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Birkendale, the closest linked location.

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Crookes

Starting orthodontic treatment in Crookes can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Crookes

  • What treatment do you recommend and why?
  • How long will treatment take for my specific case?
  • What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
  • What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
  • What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
  • Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Crookes

What's available in Crookes depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. ONS classifies Crookes as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Crookes falls under NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 17.3% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Crookes, 6.3% of the 1,431 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7% average across Sheffield, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 11 orthodontic practices within five miles, Crookes is better served than 77% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 26.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Crookes attend schools such as Forge Valley School & Sixth Form (0.7 miles) and King Edward VII School (1.1 miles). 14 secondary schools are within three miles. Crookes sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Crookes is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 1 mile away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

Orthodontic Treatments in Crookes

Patients in Crookes have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Crookes

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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Crookes. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Crookes

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Crookes often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Crookes?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Crookes is Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign Sheffield, about 0.5 miles to the south-east. The next closest are One Smile Dental - Sheffield (0.9 miles) and Charles Clifford Dental Hospital (1.0 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Crookes?

Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of Crookes, 21 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Crookes?

The nearest practice to Crookes that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is One Smile Dental - Sheffield, about 0.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield (1.5 miles) and Sheffield Smiles Dental & Implant Centre (1.9 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Crookes, Sheffield?

Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Crookes, Sheffield?

Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.

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TitleCrookes, Sheffield Teeth Straightening
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Published1 June 2022
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